Location: Dubai, UAE
Company: XYZ Designers
XYZ Designers is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Project Manager – Design to oversee the design management of large-scale architectural projects in Dubai. The ideal candidate must have a proven track record of delivering high-value projects and possess strong leadership, coordination, and technical expertise within the UAE market.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design management process from concept through IFC stage, ensuring alignment with client objectives, regulatory requirements, and project goals.
- Coordinate with internal architectural and ID teams, as well as external subconsultants (MEP, structural, landscape, etc.), to ensure integrated, coordinated design output.
- Review and manage design deliverables, schedules, and milestones in accordance with project requirements and contractual obligations.
- Represent the firm in all client, consultant, and authority meetings related to design development and approvals.
- Ensure that all submissions comply with Dubai Development Authorities, Civil Defense, and relevant building regulations.
- Identify risks, manage design changes, and maintain control over design scope, quality, and budget throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare and present design reports, progress updates, and coordination matrices to stakeholders and senior management.
- Monitor consultant performance and manage coordination across disciplines to ensure timely resolution of design issues.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from a recognized university (BSc Arch is mandatory).
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience, with at least 7 years in the UAE market, specifically Dubai.
- Must have successfully managed at least two (2) completed projects in Dubai with a construction value exceeding AED 100 million each.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary design teams through complex projects under tight schedules.
- Solid knowledge of UAE building codes, authority approval processes (Dubai Municipality, DDA, Trakhees, etc.), and international design standards.
- Strong communication, client-facing, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools (Primavera, MS Project) and design coordination platforms (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks is a plus).
Preferred Attributes:
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials is an advantage.
- Experience working in a design consultancy or architectural firm of reputable standing in the UAE.
- Capable of handling high-pressure environments with multiple stakeholders and shifting priorities.
Job Type: Full-time